Marco Simone Golf & Country Club

The Marco Simone Golf & Country Club is the official host venue of the 2022 Ryder Cup and offers a superb 27-hole layout . Located 10 miles from the centre of Rome, the course is built around a picturesque 11th century castle and offers spectacular views of Saint Peters dome from a variety of holes.

The championship 18-hole course is the real headline here and covers 100 hectares of beautiful parkland. Designed by Jim Fazio, who has once again revealed his flair for golf course architecture by designing two unique 9 holes loops, offering a comprehensive round in a simply stunning environment.

The Marco Simone Golf Club is set to become the 3rd course in Continental Europe to host one of golfs most prestigious tournaments, the Ryder Cup. This award alone emphasises how good the course really is and proves that this impressive course is the pinnacle of Italian golf. As you make your way through this terrific round you will witness unparalleled views of the natural landscape, including large lakes and the Marco Simone castle in the backdrop. This challenging and intriguing layout features several elevation changes, narrow tree lined fairways and several water hazards along the way.

The signature hole here is the Par 3 2nd hole, with the heavily protected green stretching 185 yards from the tee, whilst providing the best view of Marco Simone Castle behind the clubhouse.

The Resort Course offers another 9-hole lay out (which is often played twice for a full 18) and is the perfect practice round before the main event. Set in the same location as the Championship Course, the Resort Course still offers the same breath-taking views and undulating Roman terrain, as well as being immaculately maintained to a similar standard. Despite being shorter, the round here is still relatively tricky, so bring you’re A game.

The practice facilities here are some of the best in Italy and provide you with everything you need to be prepared for the challenging course ahead. The 19th hole promises the perfect setting with panoramic views for you to indulge in a post round beverage. The clubhouse is completed with the “On The Green” restaurant serving a healthy culinary Italian menu as well as a club sandwich!

The Marco Simone Golf & Country Club offers one of the most prestigious golf courses in Italy and a must play on your next Italian golf holiday.